McGuire, Peláez, Bennett & Belcastro, P.C. Attorneys at Law is a distinguished full-service law firm based in Central Islip and Riverhead, serving Suffolk County and Long Island with a strong emphasis on criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. The firm’s team includes former Suffolk County prosecutors and a retired criminal court judge, bringing decades of combined legal experience and a reputation for dedicated, accessible client service, including 24/7 emergency hotline availability and Spanish-language support.
The firm’s approach is rooted in extensive courtroom experience, with senior partners having over 30 years in private practice and a background as former prosecutors and a judge. They focus on providing assertive, knowledgeable representation for individuals facing high-stakes legal challenges, including criminal charges, family disputes, immigration issues, and personal injury claims. Their clientele includes both individuals and landlords/tenants, with particular strength in cases involving DWI, domestic violence, divorce, construction accidents, and eviction defense.
Services Offered
- Criminal Law (assault, larceny, drug charges, DWI/DWAI, domestic violence, manslaughter, criminal contempt)
- Traffic Law (including Aggravated Unlicensed Operation)
- Matrimonial & Family Law (divorce, child custody, support, family court matters)
- Personal Injury (motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall, construction accidents, on-the-job injuries)
- Immigration Law
- Landlord-Tenant Disputes (eviction defense, foreclosure defense, lease violations)
- School Disciplinary Proceedings (suspension, expulsion hearings)
- Bankruptcy
The firm serves clients throughout Suffolk County, including Central Islip and Riverhead, and offers legal assistance in both English and Spanish. Notable achievements include the addition of an experienced immigration attorney to expand service offerings and a long record of favorable case results in criminal and civil matters.
